Hotel WHIZ di Manado

Conveniently located next door to Manado Town Square (MANTOS) with amazing sunset view. Daily breakfast was mixed local and western varieties. Within walking distance along the waterfront to Mega Mall area for street food. Access to Se7en Bar and Lounge (fifth floor MANTOS parking) is within 5 minutes walking from Level 3 of the hotel for food and drinks.

First room had cockroaches, AC not working well, bathroom sink was draining extremely slow, so we asked for a new room & they gave us/upgraded us to a new room(which was pleasantly big & spacious) but the bathroom drain in that one was also very clogged & the shower didn’t work(no water would come out); so called front desk & they sent staff to unclog the bathroom drain with toilet plunger(they unfortunately didn’t remove our stuff on bathroom countertop which the guy using the toilet plunger splashed water on our things & when the dirty shower(dirty & old faucet, handles, partially clogged shower head, etc.) actually worked, there was no warm water(a common problem at hotels in Indonesia to be fair). Stained bedsheets, walls coming apart & moldy, Very slow drainage for shower Poor internet connection Only pro is cheap price to stay at(although I wouldn’t recommend) & friendly hotel staff

The Aryaduta Manado hotel, once a beacon of hospitality, seems to have dimmed over the years. The potential of this establishment is undeniable, but it's evident that its best days are in the rearview mirror. A noticeable lack of meticulous care on the premises is a disappointment. The grounds aren't kept with the pristine attention one might expect from a hotel of its reputation. A major letdown is the swimming pool. The water, instead of being crystal clear, is murky, raising concerns about cleanliness and maintenance. This aspect certainly detracts from the overall experience, especially for guests looking forward to a refreshing swim. On a brighter note, the rooms themselves are satisfactory. The air conditioning works efficiently, which is a relief in the tropical climate of Manado. It's a basic comfort, but in this case, it's done right. The hotel's breakfast buffet offers a wide selection, which initially seems promising. However, the taste of the dishes fails to live up to their visual appeal. Most of the items lack distinct flavors, leaving a rather bland experience on the palate. A significant issue we encountered was with the hotel's taxi service. Upon requesting a Kijang taxi to Gorontalo, we were taken aback by the pricing. The hotel charged us an additional 50% commission on the taxi fare, which felt exorbitant and left a sour note on our overall experience. In conclusion, while Aryaduta Manado has the framework to be a top-tier hotel, it falls short in several areas. The lack of cleanliness in communal areas, underwhelming food, and overpriced services are aspects that urgently need attention. For now, it stands as a reminder of faded glory, needing a rejuvenation to return to its former prestige.

I have stayed at Aston Manado several times. This time I got a Deluxe room. It is on the 7th floor with a sea view. So I can see the sea, Bunaken Island and the Soekarno Bridge. I can also see the sunset and the full moon from the room window. Good room quality. Clean and comfortable. Hot water for shower works well.

Everything is good, the breakfast is very yummy, the bed is so comfort, the toilet and the bathroom like in heaven, everything is very good for me, the employe is kind and nice. And dont forget before you check in please prepare money Rp.50.000 for deposite.

We had 2 wonderful weeks staying at New NDC. This place was considered our first home in Manado under the previous management as we had been coming every year since 1997. As this was a diving trip, we had more luggage than normal and they provided more low tables to place the luggage on. The lights in the bathroom and the walk-in closet were dim and it turn out it was faulty and replaced on the same day. The room was big with a king sized bed, the bathroom had bathtub as well as shower cubicle. Service staff was friendly and hospitable. We were treated as family. As a 4 star hotel, it puts out 5 star meals. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves everyday! Looking forward to return here and seeing everyone again. Many thanks for hosting us.!! 😘😘

OK hotel. Nice garden. I did not feel like in the middle of city. Many option for breakfast, the bubur Menado is excellent. Poor administration and communication skill of staffs. I checked in, there were 5 people behind the reception desk no one approached me or even greeted me (I think some of them are trainees). So I just waited until the supervisor came out of the office behind the reception area and my present got noticed and I was served. The reception did not forget to ask for a deposit for key, but forget to return the deposit when I was checked out. If some one said to me that ”You should remember to take out the deposit”. I disagree. I believe the hotel should responsible for their staff to do the check-in and the check out SOP properly. They carried out the tasks several time a day. Guests themselves do not have SOP for staying in any hotel and they don't do check-in and check-out several time a day. The hotel should also try to reach the guest to return the deposit money. It is not about the sum of it, but about building trust meaning overpassing the expectation meaning building loyalty. When our group left for field trip the lunch boxes were not ready yet. When I asked for the excellent bubur Menado for my take away breakfast for the next morning, the resto staff agreed and accepted my food container. However, what I got the next morning was bubur ayam (with the same taste with the soto ayam I had for dinner). I was just probably not lucky during my staying there.

I think that this hotel has good facilities enough compare to another neighbourhood hotels and it completed by wider range of golf yard and so on.. more than 12 holes, I could spend more than half daycation to enjoy the course or heavy play with business relatives, I do believe that i will win too,, haha.... super breakfast and infinity pool, less clean for some rooms, overall value for money in the heart of Manado busy city...